VA research brought CT scans and pacemakers into the world. Now it's at risk of cuts
Researchers at the Department of Veterans Affairs warn that crucial medical research is in jeopardy unless the Trump administration reverses course on cuts.
Recovery Looks Different For The Bootleg Fire Victims Who Lived Far Off-Grid
Oregon's Bootleg Fire has scorched hundreds of thousands of acres but burned down fewer than 200 homes. Many of the displaced people live off the grid and are figuring out how to rebuild their lives.
With 'Magnolia Blues,' Adia Victoria Reclaims Her Southern Identity
The new song "Magnolia Blues" by Adia Victoria is a courageous reclamation of the singer's Southern identity. Her new album A Southern Gothic is out in September.
The U.S. Has Regained Almost 3/4 Of The 22 Million Jobs That Were Lost Last Year
U.S. employers added 943,000 jobs in July as the unemployment rate fell to 5.4%. Nearly 70% of the new jobs went to women.
In California, 1 State Is Seeing 2 Drastically Different Responses To The Drought
California is experiencing a severe drought, but residents are having very different experiences. Some areas have cracked down on water use while in others, yard sprinklers flow freely.
Some Employers Want Proof, Others Say Workers Can Just 'Attest' To Being Vaccinated
Divisions over vaccination are making it harder for employers to ensure their workplaces are safe. Some are asking their employees to "attest" to being vaccinated — but do such honor systems work?
The Olympic Debut Of Karate In Tokyo Is A Nod To Its 700-Year-Ago Origins
Karate made its debut at the Tokyo Olympics. It's a sport that traces its roots to Japan and karate experts (and fans) across Tokyo have cheered its inclusion at the Games.
Doctors Without Borders Representative Talks About Afghanistan's Escalating Violence
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Filipe Ribeiro, the Afghanistan representative for Doctors Without Borders, about the escalating violence in Lashkar Gah, Afghanistan.
South Africa's Cape Town Is Currently Frigid — But Swimmers Are Still At The Beach
Cape Town in South Africa is going through one of its coldest winters in recent memory. Those who swim in the ocean water claim mental and physical health benefits.